2001 Buick Regal vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Buick Regal is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Regal weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown. 2001 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Buick Regal | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Crown |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |